Log your leftovers to be in to win!
Did you know Kiwi homes waste 12,000 tonnes of leftovers a year?
The Leftover Legends challenge is here to help. Log your plate of leftovers you’ve saved and about to enjoy! Watch it light up our map, and be in to win free groceries for a year* thanks to the legends at Woolworths NZ!
By enjoying yesterday’s dinner today, you keep good food out of landfill, and show Aotearoa how powerful small choices can be. Every plate you log helps protect the planet, saves you money and inspires others to make their leftovers legendary.
*Single prize of 52 x $250 Woolworths e-Gift cards. Draw date: 01.04.2026, the winner will be notified via email. View full T&Cs.
Log your leftovers!
Every plate logged = an entry to win groceries for a year*
Become a Leftover Legend in three simple steps
Over half of Kiwis say uneaten leftovers are their biggest source of food waste.
Most of us save leftovers with good intentions, but without a plan, they’re often forgotten or tossed out.
The Leftover Legends challenge helps turn good intentions into action, giving you the nudge and confidence to enjoy what you’ve already made while it’s still fresh and tasty. Because eating what you already have isn’t just smart — it’s legendary!
Fill in your details and upload a photo of the leftover meal you saved and enjoyed.
Watch your plate light up the map and get legendary food safety and storage tips delivered straight to your inbox.
Come back tomorrow to log more leftovers. Every plate saved is another chance to win free groceries for a year.
Official Campaign Partner
Woolworths is proudly sponsoring our legendary prize and supporting legends like you across Aotearoa to cut food waste.
Kiwis throw away 12,000 tonnes of leftovers a year!
Whether it’s turning last night’s dinner into something new or freezing extra portions for later, we’ve got practical tips to help you make the most of every meal.
Leftovers made legendary with these delicious recipe ideas
Elevate your sandwich game and give your leftovers a tasty makeover.
This salad is fantastic to use up any leftover roast or BBQ chicken.
This salad is fantastic to use up any leftover roast or BBQ chicken.
A quick way to repackage your leftovers - with no cooking required!
Turn yesterday's rice into today's feast with this quick and tasty recipe.
Try these beauties using up just one portion of leftovers for the filing.
Turn leftover rice into a deliciously creamy treat.
Curries are great meals for using up leftover meat and odds and ends of veggies.
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Leftover cooked veggies are the star in these tasty butter-free scones!
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Spread the word! The toolkit is packed with fun, ready-to-share assets. Help us show Kiwis how easy it is to make leftovers legendary!
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Whether it’s turning last night’s dinner into a delicious new meal or freezing extra portions for later, we’ve got practical tips to help you make the most of every meal.
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